I will dominate 'legitimate combatant' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in an eight round match which will be broadcast live on Netflix.
Briton Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" Jake Paul and "break" his opponent as the pair came face-to-face to promote next month's bout.
Ex two time world title holder Anthony Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a massive disparity - at Miami's arena on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I plan to break his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.
"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to really want to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
Despite such comments, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul rather criticized ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Fighter
Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Paul's History
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.
He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.
Commercial Success
Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial paydays.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.
"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.
Size Difference
As both boxers engaged in the traditional face-off, with their size difference on show, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really going ahead.
